Cycling in Melbourne is so good

Beware of Spyclists

"I had a long talk with the ambassador [Ribbentrop] who was very
insistent that the true peace between the two nations will depend on
the youth being brought up on friendly terms together in forgetfulness
of past differences…"

DIY

Bicycle toe clips: "Most of the clips are upwards of 5-20 for a
pair, and most are made of plastic. It's much cheaper to make your
own." Dude, no it's not.

Hmmm… \<eyes roll>

Sharing

The Zurich based architect and designer Rafael Schmidt submitted this
new bike sharing system to a competition which was organised within
last year's International Climate Conference in Copenhagen. The system
involves a comprehensive architectural intervention into the urban
centre.

Neat and tidy, but I can't see any local authority allowing those little
bumps and gooves in public pavement like that—major tripping hazard!
[thanks woowoowoo]

Random act of violence

I completely fail to comprehend the state of mind of anyone who would
commit such a random act of violence.

A ride's a ride and a bike's a bike

In Mountain Bikes: Who Needs Them? Chris Kostman argues that by
taking your road bike off-road "You'll actually have the nerve to
venture down a trail that you discover while out road riding. In fact,
you'll quit even thinking of 'road rides' or 'dirt rides.' A ride's a
ride and a bike's a bike. It's what you make of them that counts."
[via RBR's Newsletter]

A fine tradition continues

For decades, Sheldon's masterful mechanical skills transformed
discarded and disused bicycles and components into splendid examples
of artistry and style -- and into practical, useful transportation and
joyful recreation for him, his family, friends and customers.

Wacky races, bad consequences

Comments

James9 Apr 2010

Again with the bicycle registration. I would like it if every time some ill-informed motorist advocate mentions that oft-refuted idea, the cycling community made a call for compulsory helmets for motorists and passengers. Do you think it'll happen?